Ghana Immigration Service Cracks Down on Cybercrime and Human Trafficking Ring
Accra, Ghana – 24 July, 2025 – The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has arrested about 50 Nigerian nationals in a targeted dawn operation at McCarthy Hills in the Ga South Municipality.The operation, conducted on Thursday, July 24, 2025, was based on credible intelligence regarding the illegal stay of foreign nationals and suspected human trafficking and cybercrime activities in the area.
The GIS apprehended approximately 50 Nigerian nationals, including the landlord of the apartment where the alleged criminal activities were taking place.
Investigations revealed that several of the arrested individuals had been trafficked into the country and coerced into engaging in cyber fraud activities by their facilitators.
Authorities believe the apartment served as a base for the operations, and investigations are underway to establish the full scope of the activities and identify all individuals involved.
The Ghana Immigration Service has assured the public that investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of the activities and bring all perpetrators to justice. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
Source: Lead News Online
